With Olympic Gold in his possession, Sam is the newest darling of the skating world. Brett does his best to be supportive but the brighter the light shines on his boyfriend; the more he is left in the shadows. Cracks appear and the relationship begins to break down. Their friends try their best to assist however they can. Their advice and support is crucial when Brett suspects Sam’s creepy agent is up to no good; and even more so when a dastardly plot by Sam's own father is uncovered. Can this couple finally come to terms with fame and find the peace they crave? An offer by Ryan and Caleb might provide the answers they seek...if they're brave enough to take a leap of faith. Is it too late for Brett and his precious Ice Fairy or can they come together?
aka Stephanie L. Danielson. I've been an avid reader since a small child. My first loves were science fiction as well as general fiction books. Later, I began writing my own stories with a romantic flavor to them. With influences running the gamut from romance,sci-fi, and drama, my muse was found. In 2007 I was first published with Love Resurrected, and have since released over a dozen other books, mostly in the contemporary gay romance genre. I am particularly fond of young adult/college age boys to write about.
When not working on a new book, I can be found shooting pool and darts, hanging out with my husband, parents, and cat, cycling, skating, or spending way too much time playing computer games.
This is book 3 of Sam and Brett's story. And I loved it.
There is so much about their tough times that are realistic. Sam has won an Olympic medal and is now becoming a star. Sam is definitely enjoying his new-found fame, with an agent who is very aggressive and keeping Sam busy. This takes a toll on his relationship with Brett, as cracks are formed. Sam's new schedule of appearances is preventing him from spending much time with Brett, let alone devoting time to him while they are together. Brett can't take much more of this treatment. He is not liking this new, prima-dona version of Sam.
During this time, they are faced with problems from Sam's agent, as well as his dad. Their friends are both helpful and hurtful throughout this time. And they get a hot offer from their friends Ryan and Caleb.
I really enjoyed this latest installment in Sam and Brett's story. They are a great couple who have to face very realistic challenges that have the power to separate them. I absolutely found myself wanting to slap some sense into Sam, which was sad, but it proves how well this was written. I found his attitude to be such a sudden thing, but it made sense given there was a time jump from book 2 to this book.
They fact that they don't function well when apart is just beautiful. I absolutely adore the way they are as a couple - how they ground each other and comfort each other.
Seriously, I love this book and highly recommend it!
This was a natural progression for Sam and Brett. In book two they fall more in love, and have their honeymoon period. In this one things begin to crumble. Not helped by the fact that they were living with Sam's parents.
I enjoyed the way in which the story developed, and also the love between these two, even though it was touch and go for a little while. Sam really pushed it at times.
However, all is well in the end. The boys realise that they're better off together than apart, with some help from their close friends. (Spoiler ahead). Now, although I can see why the author did this, I have to say that I didn't like the whole having sex with others thing, it's one of my big no no's in the books that I read.
So allowing for that, I'll give the book Three and a Half Stars. It was well written, the characters were well developed and there is a HEA.
This is book 3 of Sam and Brett's story. And I loved it.
There is so much about their tough times that are realistic. Sam has won an Olympic medal and is now becoming a star. Sam is definitely enjoying his new-found fame, with an agent who is very aggressive and keeping Sam busy. This takes a toll on his relationship with Brett, as cracks are formed. Sam's new schedule of appearances is preventing him from spending much time with Brett, let alone devoting time to him while they are together. Brett can't take much more of this treatment. He is not liking this new, prima-dona version of Sam.
During this time, they are faced with problems from Sam's agent, as well as his dad. Their friends are both helpful and hurtful throughout this time. And they get a hot offer from their friends Ryan and Caleb.
I really enjoyed this latest installment in Sam and Brett's story. They are a great couple who have to face very realistic challenges that have the power to separate them. I absolutely found myself wanting to slap some sense into Sam, which was sad, but it proves how well this was written. I found his attitude to be such a sudden thing, but it made sense given there was a time jump from book 2 to this book.
They fact that they don't function well when apart is just beautiful. I absolutely adore the way they are as a couple - how they ground each other and comfort each other.
Seriously, I love this book and highly recommend it!
Time and Olympic fame have changed the dynamic between Sam and Brett and they are close to the breaking point. Drifting apart due to time, loss of connection due to Sam's attitude and Brett's since of loss of their relationship is heartbreaking. They have friends that help with the best offer possible and they do find their way back to each other and to being stronger than ever.
This is a very steamy and very engaging story that will keep you reading. The writing is good and the characters are realistic and well done.
Taking their love on the road, the hockey player is in the supporting role to the ice dancer and Olympic medalist. Back home, one of his adoring fans, who also happens to be their housemate, has to step back and it causes all four of the friends to re-evaluate their feelings.
What is the way forward that will leave them all stronger, more mature, and more in love? When friends give conflicting advice, our young heroes realize they must listen to their own hearts.